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The visit that Xiao Linmu had mentioned was naturally an open and honorable one.

When the Old Madame Chu saw the plate the attendant brought over, she personally went to the door to welcome him.

Seeing that Xiao Linmu was about to kneel down, he was stopped by him, "Old Madame Chu, no need to be so courteous."

"Prince Mu is here to welcome you. Please forgive this old one for not being able to welcome you." Old Madame Chu said.

The corner of Xiao Linmu's mouth drew a slight curve, "I heard that Old Madame Chu returned to Lingshan Town, it has been a long time since we last met, so I thought about coming over to take a look."

The Old Madame Chu's eyes flashed, she patted Xiao Linmu's hands and sighed: "That's right, we haven't met in two years, and seeing that Prince Mu is safe and sound, this old one is also happy."

Xiao Linmu's mother was very close to her, but she died very soon after giving birth to him. She pitied Xiao Linmu, who had lost his mother at such a young age, and took great care of him.

Two years ago, Xiao Linmu suddenly disappeared from the world, and the emperor sent many people to search for him but to no avail.

Besides the emperor, the Old Madame Chu should be the one who was most worried about Xiao Linmu.

"Where have you been these past two years? There are many speculations in the court that you are missing. "

Xiao Linmu replied: "Old Madame Chu, do not worry, ordinary people will not be able to harm me."

Old Madame Chu laughed, "That's true, your martial arts teacher is my old man, how can he be weak?"

Xiao Linmu also smiled in his heart, "Naturally, Grandpa Chu is the one with the most powerful West Liang."

Hearing that Xiao Linmu had come over, Chu Sike meticulously made up her makeup before appearing in front of Xiao Linmu's eyes.

She bowed towards Xiao Linmu and said shyly: "Sike Ke greets Brother Mu."

Xiao Linmu's gaze did not shift towards Chu Sike's face, and only furrowed his brows in an indiscernible manner.

Old Lady Chu raised her eyebrows and asked, "Who allowed you to be so impudent?"

"But …" When I was young, I was always called Brother Mu. " Chu Sike sneakily glanced at Xiao Linmu again.

After two years of not seeing his, Xiao Linmu seemed to have improved quite a bit, making it hard for Chu Sike to shift her gaze away.

"Now that the Prince Mu has a title, it's time to change it to the Prince Mu." Old Lady Chu said in a stern voice.

Chu Sike felt wronged, but she did not dare disobey Old Lady Chu's words, and could only say: "Granddaughter understands."

Xiao Linmu and Old Lady Chu chatted casually on the side, while Chu Sike watched on from the side. She did not dare to say anything, and did not dare to interrupt.

Xiao Linmu casually said: "I heard that the Lingshan Town opened a new house today, and the dishes are very novel. I wonder if Old Madame Chu has tried it yet?"

Old Madame Chu shook her head. "I heard that if Prince Mu is interested, I'll invite the chef from Ruyi Manor over for a meal one day. Prince Mu can eat together with me."

Chu Sike muttered softly, "It's just a dirty place, what's there to eat?"

Old Madame Chu's eyes flashed, she turned around and asked: "What are you muttering about?"

Chu Sike saw that both Old Madame Chu and Xiao Linmu were looking at him, and that Xiao Linmu seemed to be unhappy about it.

It was only then that she remembered that the Ruyi Manor had been brought up by Xiao Linmu. Wouldn't it be embarrassing for her to say this now?

The Old Madame Chu and Xiao Linmu chatted happily, they had even already set a time when Xiao Linmu would eat his next meal.

But Chu Sike did not dare interrupt him again.

She was afraid that Xia Yi would ruin her image in Xiao Linmu's heart.

But her resentment towards Xia Yi had grown, why was it that even a mountain village nun could obtain Xiao Linmu's appreciation and was even worthy enough to cook for him?

When Xiao Linmu left, the Old Madame Chu was a little reluctant: "You must come back then, don't make it so that I can't find him again."

Xiao Linmu replied: "Don't worry Old Madame Chu, even if it's for a taste of the Ruyi Manor's dishes, I still want to come over."

"You … When are we going back? " The Old Madame Chu asked tactfully, "Now that the Fourth Prince's Prince Jin has been confined by the Emperor, I think it's time for you to return."

Xiao Linmu said, "After I finish taking care of my own matters, I will return."

Not long after, Xia Yi received the invitation from the Madam Chu Family.

She said that she wanted to receive a guest of honor and hoped that Xia Yi would be able to cook at her house.

He had paid a silver tael just for the money.

Recalling the displeasure she had at the Chu Mansion the last time, Xia Yi felt a little cowardly.

In the end, Chu Mansion was Chu Sike's world. If Chu Sike really wanted to do something to her, she would be afraid that she would fall into Chu Sike's trap again.

But the remuneration from Chu Mansion was too generous.

It also provided a direction for the Ruyi Manor to expand its business.

As long as there was a precedent of Chu Mansion, Xia Yi would not have to worry about receiving similar orders in the future.

Just as she was about to leave for Chu Mansion, Xia Yi suddenly started to beat a retreat.

This was in West Liang, not a society governed by the law. Although the law was perfect, a family like Chu Sike's was like a little bug dealing with a commoner.

What if it was impossible to guard against …

As the days of Chu Mansion approached, Xia Yi grew increasingly impatient. If she were to go back on her words now, it would definitely be too late.

Xiao Linmu naturally noticed that something was wrong, and asked Xia Yi what was wrong.

"If someone gave you a lot of money to do something that would be dangerous, would you do it?" Xia Yi asked.

Combined with the time, Xiao Linmu instantly guessed what Xia Yi was talking about.

He asked, "What is your choice?"

Xia Yi sighed: "I've chosen the money, I want to regret it now, is there still time?"

Xiao Linmu said: "Perhaps it's not that dangerous?"

Xia Yi was still worried, she had been keeping watch on her the whole time, how could she let her have the chance to earn money?

Furthermore, Old Lady Chu had never come to the Ruyi Manor for food, so why did she order the Ruyi Manor to cook for the distinguished guest? She had a nagging feeling that this matter was not as simple as it seemed.

Then he turned to Xiao Linmu and said: "I'll have to trouble you to take care of Yang and Yue Yue, do not let them be bullied."

Xiao Linmu suddenly laughed, he felt that Xia Yi, who was frowning and thinking of all sorts of things, was a little cute.

He stretched out his hand to touch Xia Yi's forehead, and said: "Don't worry, I will take good care of the two of them."

It was only then that Xia Yi relaxed a bit. On the morning of the second day, she really did have to go to the Chu Mansion and told Xia Yi about the matter of taking care of him.

Xiao Linmu laughed, "You will come back, if not who will cook for us three."

"…" Xia Yi's nervousness was slightly dispersed, and she rolled her eyes at Xiao Linmu. She was seriously talking to Xiao Linmu, and Xiao Linmu was telling her to eat something …

Of course, it wasn't like Xia Yi hadn't made any preparations to go to the Chu Mansion.

Other than bringing two helpers, she also brought the ingredients needed for cooking. Even the seasonings for cooking were brought by herself, so as to avoid any loopholes in this aspect.

Helping the kitchen was something that Xia Yi had found as an assistant to help Xia Yi wash the vegetables and prepare the vegetables.

The remaining cooks stayed at Ruyi Manor, and did not affect Ruyi Manor in the slightest as they continued to do business.